Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Arcwood Environmental

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Arcwood Environmental, located onsite in Joplin, MO. Arcwood is an established organization with over 50 years of experience managing waste byproducts, protecting people, communities, and the environment across the United States. This Staff Accountant position is critical for upholding the integrity of Arcwood’s financial reporting and accounting operations, offering a significant opportunity for early-career professionals to gain comprehensive exposure across the accounting function. The role directly contributes to the preparation of accurate and timely financial information, the maintenance of strong financial controls, and the company’s commitment to sound fiscal management.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Joplin, MO
• Team: Reports to accounting leadership
• Mission: Supports the integrity of Arcwood’s financial reporting and accounting operations.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Accounting Operations: Develop expertise across core accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, payroll, cash application, and general ledger activities.
• Financial Close: Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and review location-level financial statements and supporting schedules to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GAAP.
• Internal Controls: Support the maintenance of strong internal controls and accurate financial records throughout the organization.
• Financial Analysis: Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities, partnering with leadership to support operational decision-making.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in accounting (required). This is an early-career role, welcoming recent or upcoming college graduates.
• Experience: 1+ years of experience in accounting (preferred).
• Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to identify process improvements, knowledge of GAAP and accounting standards, proficiency in financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Bonus: CPA Certification (preferred).